Over 28 million workers would benefit from the Harkin-Miller proposal to increase the minimum wage to $10.10 an hour.
Barack Obama
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Barack Obama served as the 44th President of the United States from January 20, 2009, to January 20, 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously represented Illinois in the U.S. Senate from 2005 to 2008 and served in the Illinois State Senate from 1997 to 2004. Obama is known for his signature policies including the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, and his efforts in economic recovery following the 2008 financial crisis. His presidency was marked by significant legislative achievements and a focus on healthcare reform, climate change, and foreign policy initiatives such as the Iran nuclear deal.
Raising the minimum wage will help ensure opportunity for all Americans.
As an EITI Candidate Country, the United States, through the Department of the Interior, will continue its work toward increasing revenue transparency and accountability in relevant industry sectors.
We agreed it was vital to send international monitors from the Organization for Security Cooperation in Europe and the United Nations to southern and eastern Ukraine immediately.
So with each generation we keep on striving to live up to our ideals of freedom and equality.
There remains a clear path for resolving this crisis diplomatically, in a way that addresses the interests of both Russia and the people of Ukraine.
This is the length to which America will go to make sure everyone who serves under our proud flag receives the thanks that they deserve.
This is the single largest group of servicemembers to be awarded the Medal of Honor since the Second World War.
Our message will be clear: As NATO allies, we have a solemn commitment to our collective defense, and we will uphold this commitment.
Further provocations will achieve nothing except to further isolate Russia and diminish its place in the world.
The United States stands with the people of Ukraine and their right to determine their own destiny.
I think the most powerful message we can deliver is one of the examples of not just the First Lady's life story but of America and our values.
Russia's decision to send troops into Crimea has rightly drawn global condemnation.
The more they understand the United States, the more they understand the President and the First Lady and their values and their priorities, we think the better it is for both of our countries.
The United States is prepared to take additional steps to impose further political and economic costs.
The First Lady has been a huge asset in terms of reaching out to foreign publics during her time in office.
I think we are all, here in the First Lady's office, quite excited about the upcoming trip.
I'm doing everything I can, with or without Congress, to expand opportunity for more Americans.
Americans have spent too long working more and getting less in return.





